Gandhi (1982 film)

"Gandhi" (1982) is an acclaimed biographical film directed by Richard Attenborough, portraying the life of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of India's nonviolent independence movement against British rule. The film chronicles Gandhi's journey from a young lawyer in South Africa to becoming a pivotal figure in India's struggle for freedom, emphasizing his philosophy of nonviolent resistance, or *satyagraha*. It highlights key events such as the Salt March and the impact of his beliefs on social and political change. The film won multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and remains a powerful representation of Gandhi's legacy of peace and justice.